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Clinical Education Forums at SHINE SA

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SHINE SA, April 2018

SHINE SA hosts regular education sessions focused on clinically relevant issues. These sessions are available for doctors, nurses, midwives and other interested professionals. QI&CPD points can be applied for each session.

Forums include light refreshments, an educational presentation (1.5 hours CPD) and networking opportunities.

SHINE SA is trialling various software and all forums will be recorded and, quality permitting, uploaded for later access.  Presenters will be recorded for video and audio, but audience will be audio recorded only.

UPCOMING CLINICAL FORUMS:

Tuesday 12 June
Topic: Cervical Screening Update
Presenter: Dr Amy Moten
Attendance at this forum will ensure your knowledge of the National Cervical Screening Renewed Guidelines is accurate and in line with best practice principles.  SA Cervix Screening Program will have updated resources available on the day for you to add to your toolbox.

Tuesday 24 July
Topic: Syphilis
Presenter: Dr Danae Kent
This forum will cover recent trends in syphilis infection, syphilis serology and current recommendations for treatment.  Come along and have your questions on this complex infection answered.

Tuesday 18 September
Topic: Update on Sexually Transmitted infections
Presenter: Dr Danae Kent
This forum will cover current trends in sexually transmitted infections and include recent updates to the Australian STI Management Guidelines for Use in Primary Care.

Tuesday 27 November
Topic: Contraception Update
Presenter: Dr Amy Moten
Network with peers before the silly season is upon us while hearing the latest trends and recommendations in contraception.

FORUM DETAILS:

Where: SHINE SA, 64c Woodville Road, Woodville

Time: 6pm registration with presentations 6.30 – 8.30pm

Fee: No cost to attend

DOWNLOAD FLYER:

Clinical Education Forums flyer

Access to recorded forums:  If you are interested in accessing recorded forums, please email shinesacourses@shinesa.org.au with the following information:
1. Forum Topic
2. Your full name
3. Your occupation (doctor, nurse, midwife, other – please state)
4. Your preferred email address

Forum: Engaging Marginalised Populations in Hepatitis C Treatment

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Hepatitis SA, January 2018

Hepatitis SA invites you to The 2018 HepLINK Forum:
Engaging Marginalised Populations in Hepatitis C Treatment

Thjis will be held on Thursday, 1 March, 11am–2pm (lunch provided), at the Education Development Centre (EDC), 4 Milner St, Hindmarsh.

  • Keynote speaker:
    Dr Phillip Read, Director, Kirketon Road Centre
    Dr Phillip Read is a sexual health physician and the Director of the Kirketon Road Centre in Sydney’s Kings Cross. Kirketon Road is a primary health care facility involved in the prevention, treatment and care of HIV, hepatitis and STIs among people who inject drugs, sex workers and at-risk young people.
    PLUS
  •  Rosalie Altus, Practice Consultant Viral Hepatitis Liaison Nurse, Flinders Medical Centre
  • Panel discussion with guest speakers representing the Aboriginal, youth, regional, multicultural and CNP sectors across South Australia

Please RSVP to admin@hepatitissa.asn.au by Friday 23 February, 2018.

For further information about the event, please phone Tess on 8362 8443.

AoD and harm minimisation with Gender and Sexually Diverse (GSD) people

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Mental Health Professionals’ Network, January 2018

You are invited to the next Adelaide Gender and Sexually Diverse (GSD) Mental Health network meeting:

AoD and harm minimisation

Featuring expert guest speakers from the AOD sector

Thursday, 8 February 2018

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Glenside Hospital Learning Centre, 226 Fullarton Rd, Glenside

Light refreshments will be provided. RSVP essential.

 

Still places left in Foundations of LGBTI Inclusion half-day training

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SHINE SA, 25/01/2018

Creating and sustaining a workplace that values and celebrates sexual and gender diversity has far reaching benefits for all of the stakeholders in your organisation. By providing a culture of safety and respect for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) employees, clients or other stakeholders, your organisation as a whole will benefit from a culture that values and upholds diversity of all kinds. Our Foundations of LGBTI Inclusion training is a half-day (4 hour) workshop that gives participants an overview of the knowledge needed to create an inclusive workplace.

It is low cost ($75 inc GST), and covers topics such as gender diversity, inclusive language and anti-discrimination laws. We will look at key areas of focus for increasing awareness and cultural sensitivity, creating a safe and inclusive environment and where to access further resources and support.

SHine SA was the first  outh Australian organisation to be awarded
Rainbow Tick Accreditation for LGBTI Inclusive practice. We are also respected
for our education and training, making us ideally placed to train your staff on
LGBTI Cultural Safety and Respect.

 

Employment opportunity: SAMESH team leader, Adelaide

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SAMESH, January 2018

SAMESH is a partnership between SHINE SA and the Victorian AIDS Council (VAC). This partnership offers a uniquely innovative approach to HIV/STI prevention for priority populations in South Australia.

It combines the expertise of local knowledge and networks of SA’s peak sexual health organisation with the HIV-specific experience and community-led expertise and credibility of Australia’s oldest AIDS council.

SAMESH TEAM LEADER  (FULL TIME ) ADELAIDE:

You are a highly motivated leader who is passionate about the sexual health and wellbeing of LGBTI communities. You’re a collaborative team player who is focused and outcome oriented.

The South Australia Mobilisation and Empowerment for Sexual Health (SAMESH) program delivers a range of preventative and health promotion strategies targeting gay men, people living with HIV/AIDS and other at risk and/or affected communities.

The SAMESH Team Leader leads SAMESH in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating the strategic plan and activities of the program. they contribute to the continuous improvement of the Team through the sharing of skills, knowledge and expertise. These responsibilities are undertaken in accordance with VAC objectives and values, within the strategic directions and policies set by the Board, and under the direction of the Director, Health Promotion and Policy.

This position is permanent, full-time (funding dependent). The Team Leader position is subject to a three month probationary period.

Applications close Midnight, Wednesday, 31 January 2018 and should be marked ‘Confidential Recruitment’, addressed to Johann Ruth and emailed to recruitment@vac.org.au

To apply for this position:

• Please download and review the Position Description

• Send your resume, how you fit our key selection criteria and a cover letter to recruitment@vac.org.au

• Applications close: Midnight, Wednesday 31 January 2018..

For further enquiries please contact: Johann Ruth: Johann.Ruth@vac.org.au (03) 9865 6700

Please note to apply for this position you must have the right to work in Australia. Offers of employment will be subject to both Police and Working with Children Checks.

SHINE SA’s FRESH Course: Disability and Mental Health Focus

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SHINE SA, October 2017

This dynamic 3-day course aims to update workers to include relationships and sexual health education and support in their work.

On completion of the FRESH Course you will have:side
• an increased level of confidence working with people in the area of sexual health and  relationships
• a better understanding of how values and beliefs may influence your practice in this area of work
• a new vocabulary about sexual health and relationships to use in practice
• skills to support sexual health needs
• developed an understanding of current resources available and how to use them effectively

Topics covered:

• History of Sexuality & Disability
• Contraception & Pregnancy Options
• STIs & Safer Sex
• Healthy Relationships
• Sex & The Law
• Impact of psychotropic medications
• Sexual Violence & Safety
• Sexual & Gender Diversity
• Assessment tools
• Resource exploration
• Communicating about sexuality

WHEN: 14–16 November 2017 (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)
WHERE: SHINE SA, 64c Woodville Road, Woodville
TIME: 9.00 am – 5.00 pm
COST: $399 Student Concession: $359